Author name: Dr. Vahid Osman

Being the parent of a child with a substance use disorder might be one of the biggest challenges in your life. If your child is a teenager or still lives at home, you might still have some control over their lives. But when they move out, it becomes more difficult than ever to get your child the help that they need.

Emergency responders are the first professionals on the scene after an accident, a medical emergency or even a mass-casualty incident. The unique pressure of a first responder job can often take quite an emotional toll, and it is not uncommon for law enforcement personnel, firefighters, EMTs, and paramedics to develop problems with drugs or alcohol as a coping mechanism.

The number of senior citizens aged 65 and above across the U.S. was around 43.1 million as per the 2012 census. It is estimated that by 2050 the number could grow significantly to reach at least 80 million.

College students are under an enormous amount of pressure to enjoy their daily lives while also getting excellent grades and preparing for their future in the workplace. In addition, their emotions are still developing. They’re expected to be able to hold everything together and do so well, and this pressure may be more than they can handle.

ust about everyone knows that fitness and nutrition are important if you want to lead a healthy lifestyle. What people may not know is the connection between fitness, nutrition, and a substance use disorder.

An overdose can be a scary event that leads to severe aftereffects or even death. This can be even worse if you are using or overdosing on multiple substances simultaneously. It’s also possible to overdose on two substances that have opposite effects, such as taking a depressant and stimulant at the same time.

Taking one opioid medication for pain opens people up to risks, but sometimes, people are afflicted with multiple conditions that require medication. This has led to the trend of people taking opioid medications and medicines that treat anxiety at the same time.

Drug addiction is among the last things people want to consider when notice their loved ones behaving differently. Many folks look for other reasons to explain their concerns. At First City Recovery Center, we understand why someone would do this. Substance use disorders aren’t jokes.